The alkanes and cycloalkanes, with the exception of cyclopropane, are probably the least chemically reactive class of organic compounds. Despite their relative inertness, alkanes undergo several important reactions that are discussed in the following section.
Definition of 'bewildering'. Word Frequency. bewildering (bÉªwÉªldÉrÉªÅ ) adjective. A bewildering thing or situation is very confusing and difficult to understand or to make a decision about. A glance along his bookshelves reveals a bewildering array of interests. The choice of excursions was bewildering.
Historical Examples. 1  In front of the booths, drums were beaten and instruments played in bewildering discord. 2  He talked aroma, osmazome, juices, and gelatine in a bewildering manner. 3  Her face was glowing, her eyes sparkling, and she was a bewildering vision of beauty and happiness.